Meet The Board
Sam Zacca
Board Member
Sam Zacca is a seasoned Ghanaian business executive, entrepreneur, and industrialist boasting over twenty-five years of expertise.
About Sam Zacca
Sam Zacca is a seasoned Ghanaian business executive, entrepreneur, and industrialist boasting over twenty-five years of expertise. Known for his efficiency, versatility, and results-driven approach, he excels in leadership, innovation, and motivation. With a robust background in executive and senior management, administration, project, and organisational management, Sam’s entrepreneurial spirit drives his focus on private sector trade and investment opportunities in West Africa. Specialising in real estate, agriculture, and industry, he spearheads negotiations with potential joint venture partners and maintains strong business relationships across the region.
Bernard Owusu-Boadi, HBA, DBA, Ph.D., MBA, MSc, BA
Board Member
An accomplished senior director with a comprehensive financial planning and analysis background, program management, risk management and compliance, and operations.
Bernard Owusu-Boadi, HBA, DBA, Ph.D., MBA, MSc, BA
“The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do.” – Kobe Bryant (1978-2020)
An accomplished senior director with a comprehensive financial planning and analysis background, program management, risk management and compliance, and operations. Skilled in driving strategic initiatives to optimize financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee successful program execution. Possesses a proven track record of leadership, having led cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
Educationally, holds a Post-Doctorate Diploma in Business Analytics from Harvard University, a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Finance from Walden University, a Master of Business Administration from The University of Maryland University College, a Master of Science in Risk Management from the University of East London, and a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Accounting & Finance also from the University of East London. Furthermore, holds certifications in Project Management from Cornell University and Program Management Practitioner from the Department of Defense – Defense Acquisition University.
He has demonstrated significant achievements with expertise in financial modeling & analysis, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, risk management framework, regulatory compliance, and project/program management. Noteworthy accomplishments include successful strategic planning, innovative performance metric implementation, and the development of a data-driven financial forecasting model resulting in improved accuracy of budget projections. Key achievements also include leading complex initiatives to modernize critical information systems, streamlining budget processes, and achieving top revenue, profit, and client growth priorities.
In recent roles at Deloitte & Touché and Fusion Innovation, his responsibilities have included developing and implementing financial policies, monitoring internal controls, managing contract negotiations, leading governance initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Notable achievements include executing a comprehensive strategic plan, streamlining budget processes, and successfully leading cross-agency initiatives. His previous experience at the Department of Defense involved budget process management, technical program leadership, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
With a strong background and a track record of success in diverse settings, He has demonstrated excellence in driving organizational growth and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic financial planning, risk management, and compliance initiatives. Trusted for his expertise and leadership abilities, He is poised to significantly impact any senior-level role in Risk Advisory within the financial policy, internal control, contract management, governance, regulation, and compliance domains.
In empowerment, He serves as a life coach and mentor for over 100 individuals, including working professionals, students, clergy, and much more. During COVID, he set up a Facebook group with the view to helping the world to keep sane, where a lot of topics such as mental health, rebranding, careers, substance abuse, parenting, emotional intelligence, friendship, and much more were discussed. The group touched the lives of many worldwide, and the program became a Sunday session to offer a breakthrough for viewers.
Osafohene Dr. Afua Asabea Asare I
Board Member
A Strategy Enthusiast known for her extensive knowledge in Integrated Communications and Organisational Development.
Osafohene Dr. Afua Asabea Asare I
Osafohene Dr. Afua Asabea Asare I is a Strategy Enthusiast known for her extensive knowledge in Integrated Communications and Organisational Development.
With close to 30 years’ worth of management experience, working in a variety of corporate environments and having a knack for entrepreneurial ventures, she brings an in-depth wealth of experience to her role as Chief Executive of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA).
She was appointed CEO of GEPA in 2018 by H.E the President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo.
During her time as CEO, she has and continues to develop and implement projects that all feed into the improvement of Ghana’s export sector.
Dr. Asare is strongly committed to people development, offering training, coaching, mentoring and custom solutions to business leaders, entrepreneurs, consultants, speakers and trainers.
Boards:
Dr. Asare sits on a number of academic and corporate boards such as the African Leadership Academy, South Africa, IE Advisory Board for IE University in Madrid, Spain, Ghana Telecom University College, Ghana, World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) Ghana, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana, Advisory Board on Trade & Investment Support Institution of ITC, Geneva, Ghana Exim Bank, Ghana among others.
Awards:
She is also a well-acknowledged and awarded personality. She is the recipient of the
⁃ 2019 Women in Transformational Leadership Award (Governance category),
⁃ Inducted into the 2019 West African Nobles Hall of Fame
⁃ Recipient of the Ghana Women Excellence Awards, for her outstanding achievements in exports.
⁃ Distinguished Service Award at the Ghana Agric and Agro-Processing Awards for her remarkable achievements in the export of agricultural products
⁃ Honouree of Excellence in Public Service at the 5th Glitz Ghana Women of the Year Awards etc.
Recently, Dr Asare was inducted into the Top 100 Female Inspirational Leaders Hall of Fame receiving the 2022 African Female Leadership Impact Award at the 9th South America-Africa-Middle East-Asia Women’s Summit held in Jumeirah, Dubai
Education:
Dr. Asare has an MA in Positive Leadership and Strategy from IE University in Madrid,
⁃ Doctor of Business Administration, Swiss Business school and NIBS, Geneva
⁃ Master of Science in Organisational Development from the University of Cape Coast
⁃ Master of Business Administration, Ecole Superieur de Gestion, Paris.
⁃ Master of Science in Research, Swiss Business School
⁃ Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from KNUST, Ghana
⁃ Advanced Leadership Training Certificate, in Strategic Marketing Management from the Harvard Business School, Boston,
⁃ Post-Graduate degree in Communications Studies, School of Comm. Studies, University of Ghana,
⁃ Diploma, Public Relations and Advertising.
⁃ Master of Law, University of Ghana, Legon (candidate)
Work:
Dr. Asare has taught as an adjunct Lecturer of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain Management and Strategic Marketing at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) the Presbyterian University College and a Visiting Lecturer and Speaker at the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) Women in Entrepreneurship and Leadership in Africa (WELA) programme.
In the past, she worked as Special Advisor, Ministry of Business Development, General Manager and Head of Corporate Communications, Ghana Telecom, Public Relations and Training Departments of Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, various advertising agencies, the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation’s TV Newsroom and Nippon Tetrapod Co. Ltd of Japan.
Dr. Asare’s consulting experience spans many organisations, including Volta River Authority, Coca-Cola Company (GH), United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), MTN, TIGO, Star Assurance, Beige Capital, Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority etc.
Her love for art keeps her busy in her studio at home where she paints on canvas, creates mosaic work and interesting art pieces using recycled household items.
She’s married with 4 children.